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من طرف hamza الثلاثاء ديسمبر 01, 2009 12:39 pmCLAW TOE
General
General
Characterized by extension of MTP and flexion of the
PIP and flexion of the DIP
Deformity is usually the result of the incompetence of
the foot intrinsic muscles, secondary to the neurologic
disorders affecting the strength of these muscles
(i.e., diabetes, alcoholism, peripheral neuropathies,
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and spinal cord tumors)
Clinical Symptoms
Pain is the principle symptom
If progression is rapid, this suggests a related neurologic condition
Imaging
Radiographs of foot confirm the diagnosis
Treatment
Shoes with soft, roomy, high toe boxes
Splints available
Surgical correction may be necessary if conservative treatment fails
